Mugaon Village - Dumraon, Buxar
Mugaon is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Mugaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugaon is 248167. The village covers a total geographical area of 426.6 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mugaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mugaon
As per Census 2011, Mugaon village has a total population of 5,576 people, consisting of 2,935 males and 2,641 females. The village has 869 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 920 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,078 literate and 2,498 illiterate residents. Additionally, 771 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mugaon are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,576 | 2,935 | 2,641 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 920 | 497 | 423 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 771 | 412 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 3,078 | 1,917 | 1,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,498 | 1,018 | 1,480 |
Nearby Villages of Mugaon
Mugaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mugaon
Mugaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mugaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Mugaon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Mugaon is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mugaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mugaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mugaon
Where is Mugaon located?
Mugaon village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugaon?
Mugaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mugaon?
The pincode of Mugaon is 802126.
What is the population of Mugaon?
Mugaon has a total population of 5,576, including 2,935 males and 2,641 females.
How many households are there in Mugaon?
There are 869 households in Mugaon.
What is the literacy rate in Mugaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugaon is 55.20%. Male literacy is 65.32% and female literacy is 43.96%.